Never waste time cleaning out a paper jam again. The Swingline LM12-30 features Jam Free technology and high security in a large office micro-cut shredder. Ideal for heavy usage, the Swingline LM12-30 is a workhorse, providing consistently reliable shredding to your office environment with quality you deserve. The LM12-30 runs with whisper-quiet operation and is able to shreds CDs, paper clips, staples and credit cards. The micro-cut shred style of the LM12-30 provides a security level 4, perfect for disposal of financial, medical and proprietary information. The LM12-30 is able to shred up to 14 sheets at once into a 30 gallon pull out drawer and provides an auto shut down feature which conserves energy. Swingline offers a generous 2-year warranty on machine and 1-year on cutters with 2-years on-site service.

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Transcript:The Swingline Microcut Jam-Free LM1230 is the right choice for quality in a higher security office shredder. Perfect for common areas, this ultra-quiet shredder offers a variety of features designed to make shredding a breeze. The sheet capacity of the LM1230 is 12 sheets and the waste bin holds 30 gallons of shreds. It shreds CDs and credit cards in a separate slot. Non-stop jam-free technology delivers hassle-free performance. The shredder stops and the indicator light glows red when too much paper is inserted. Simply remove the excess sheets until the indicator light turns green to continue...Read More

The Swingline Microcut Jam-Free LM1230 is the right choice for quality in a higher security office shredder. Perfect for common areas, this ultra-quiet shredder offers a variety of features designed to make shredding a breeze. The sheet capacity of the LM1230 is 12 sheets and the waste bin holds 30 gallons of shreds. It shreds CDs and credit cards in a separate slot. Non-stop jam-free technology delivers hassle-free performance. The shredder stops and the indicator light glows red when too much paper is inserted. Simply remove the excess sheets until the indicator light turns green to continue shredding. No mess made, no time wasted. The continuous duty operation lets you easily power through even the biggest jobs. Automatic oiling helps extend the life of your investment, and the Swingline LM1230 is durable, reliable and designed to withstand heavy long-term use. They're even eco-friendly by means of an energy saving power save mode with auto-wake up and paper bags for recycling. The LM 1230 comes with a one-year warranty on the cutting blades, a two-year warranty on the machines, and two years of on-site warranty service is included. All these and more make the Swingline LM1230 a natural choice for your higher security large office needs.

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Swingline LM12-30 Jam-Free Large Office Micro-Cut ShredderReview

If you need a new high-security paper shredder for your office, you have a lot of options. However, one that stands out is the Swingline LM12-30, a micro-cut shredder. Take a look at its strengths and weaknesses to discover why it might be right for you:

Strengths:

The LM12-30 can shred up to 13 sheets at a time. This is a terrific shredding capacity for a micro-cut shredder. The machine's cutting head is strong enough to destroy credit cards and CD's, so you won't need a multimedia shredder.

This micro-cut shredder has a Level 4 security rating. (Level 6 is the highest security level available.) Since this is a high-security shredder you can use it to shred confidential documents such as financial records and correspondence.

The LM12-30 has a 10-inch feed opening. This will enable you to shred both small and large pieces of paper without any problem.

This machine has a 30-gallon waste bin and a continuous-duty motor, so it's perfect for shared use in busy offices. You can use paper bags with this device for easy recycling.

The LM12-30 is very user-friendly. It's easy to operate and it runs quietly so you can shred without disturbing those around you. Also, the shredder is self-cleaning and is equipped with an automatic oiler, so maintenance is incredibly easy and hassle-free.

Since this machine offers jam-free operation you won't spend your time taking care of paper jams. On the off-chance that the shredder does become jammed, you can use the reverse mode to take care of things.

The LM13-20 comes with excellent warranty coverage. The cutters are covered for 1 year while the machine as a whole is backed by a 2-year warranty. Also, this shredder comes with 2 years of on-site service.

Weaknesses:

Although the LM12-30 can shred as many as 13 sheets at time, it isn't a good choice if you need to shred more than that amount per pass. However, if you need to shred a lot of sheets in one go, you'll probably have to settle for a shredder with a lower security rating.

It shouldn't come as a surprise that this machine is really large. It approximately measures 35" (height) x 21" (width) x 21" (depth) so it will take up a lot of room. Also, this device is heavy, weighing in at 167 pounds. It will be difficult to move around, so make sure you carefully choose a spot for it.

This shredder can't destroy floppy disks. However, this won't be an issue if you use up-to-date computers.

The Swingline LM12-30 does have a few weaknesses but they are definitely overshadowed by its many strengths. This machine is a first-rate high-security paper shredder that's perfect for busy workplaces. Some of this device's best features are its 13-sheet shredding capacity, Level 4 security rating, and its self-cleaning capabilities. This shredder is easy to use and it comes with excellent warranty coverage, so you really can't go wrong with it. Check out the LM12-30 if it sounds like the right shredder for your office.